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Can you believe in just a little over a week, we will be ringing in the New Year??????

We have many exciting things to look forward to in 2023 such as the Mustang Drive, which will kickoff January 18 and culminate on February 24, featuring inflatables and games your Mustang will not want to miss, along with lots of incentives and prizes. The Mustang Drive is the PTA’s biggest fundraiser of the year, and helps pay for field trips like PALI, the WEB program, educational and classroom enhancements and more!  Watch your emails and your students’ backpacks for more information and check out the next meeting, Monday, January 9, at 9:30 am in the Multipurpose Room!

We will also host the annual Jeopardy Tournament, Career Day, a Star Wars movie night, and Long Beach High school visits for our 8th graders.

Looking back this fall, we are so thankful to all the PTA Board members, our association members, our teachers and chaperones for pulling off the PALI trip, allowing over 75% of our students an unforgettable experience in the mountains.   We would especially like to recognize Mrs. Weinstein, Ms. Wheeler and Mrs Davis for helping all our families navigate fundraising, billing, bus coordination, student announcements and so much more!

Thank you to our PTA president, Leeanna Izuel, who kicked our PTA into gear with her organization and leadership.  She works so hard and always provides a helping hand!

A special shoutout to our Mustang Drive committee head, Kimberly Johnson who assumed a herculean task, head on, and has been working diligently with all our chairs, Michelle Zimmerman-Getchius, Laura Verbryck, Jessica Gonzalez, Christo Brock, Erin Monge and Remy Tams, on our biggest fundraiser – an effort that requires a lot of planning and communication.

We cannot forget our amazing Dine Out Team: Carol Jones, Heike Intagliata,and Rickey Goodling for advertising and creating opportunities for our community to share a meal and help our school and partners at the same time.

This year, we brought back the Reflections program, which was spearheaded by Anna Reyes and Mrs. Armstrong.  What a pleasure it was to see the creativity among our Mustangs!  We recently enjoyed a movie back on campus, coordinated by Mary Loos.  Seeing our students excited to be with one another, in a safe space, never gets old!

Finally, we would like to thank Principal Renny Chu.  It’s been a wonderful transition with Mr. Chu as our administrator.  His sunny disposition has made our families feel welcome and we truly appreciate the warmth throughout this season!

Enjoy your winter break everyone, we will see you in the New Year!

IMPORTANT CALENDAR DATES 2022-2023                                                               

Fri., 12/23        Pajama Day and Minimum Day Schedule
12/26 – 1/6      Winter Break, School Resumes 1/9

Click here for the PTA Master Calendar List from now until the end of the school year.

Link to Official Rogers Middle School Calendar now available on PTA website here.

The end of the year sneaks up on all of us and many of our families realize they may need a charitable deduction at the last minute.   Remember, Rogers PTA is a 501(c) 3 organization.  Here are some great ways to give:

PTA donations on our Web store.  Donations can be made directly on our store by clicking here (scroll down for donation options) or checks made out to Rogers PTA can be dropped off at school before the end of the year.

Wellness Center wish list.  The Rogers Wellness Center is still looking for cozy furniture to purchase, bean bags, couches, cute bins, rugs of any size, a mini fridge and supplies.  If you prefer to purchase an item from their Amazon wishlist, click here.

Giving Tree gift cards.  Gift cards can be in any amount and dropped off at the Rogers front office by the end of today. They will be used to help Rogers families in need.

Rogers Rescue Mission.  The Rogers Rescue Mission is still in need of nonperishable items, full or travel-size toiletries, children’s or adult books, shoes, shoelaces and socks.  Bins are located in the foyer before the Front Office and can be dropped off today as well.  

Don’t forget to support Rogers PTA when you shop at Amazon and Ralphs! Here’s how:

1. Link your Amazon account to Amazon Smile. For every $1 spent, Rogers PTA receives 0.5%.  AmazonSmile is the same Amazon – same products and same prices.  It’s one click and a portion of your shopping dollars will help our school.  Use this link to register your account:  https://smile.amazon.com/ch/95-6206791
2. Update your Ralphs grocery store rewards to support Rogers Middle School PTA. Click this link to find out how: Ralphs grocery store rewards card

Congratulations to Delaney Kaiser for advancing to the 33rd District PTA level of competition for her Reflections showpiece. What an amazing feat!

We had a lovely reception this past week, put on by our Reflections chair, Anna Reyes, in the library where we recognized all our participants.  Thank you for all your hard work Anna, Mrs. Armstrong and Principal Chu for this creative outlet and opportunity for all the students!

A FEW REMINDERS:  Next week is our last school week before the winter break.  Friday, December 23 is a minimum day and pajamas can be worn to school.

Mustang Drive Committee Meeting will resume immediately after the break, at 8:15am on Monday, January 9 in the Multipurpose Room to prepare for the January event kick off.  Let’s start the new year strong and help out for this important fundraiser!

Calling all 7th and 6th grade families!   Help out our graduating class of 2023 by signing up today for our 8th grade Promotion ceremony committee.   We highly encourage this volunteer effort as a way to see how it’s done and start gathering ideas for when its time for your child’s own promotion!

IMPORTANT CALENDAR DATES 2022-2023                                                               

12/16              WRAP Drama Production, “She Kills Monsters”
Fri, 12/ 16        Ugly Sweater Spirit Day
Fri. 12/16         Last Day to contribute to Giving Tree & Rescue Mission
Tue., 12/20      Winter Orchestra Concert
Thurs., 12/22   Winter Band Concert (note: new date)
Fri., 12/23        Pajama Day and Minimum Day Schedule
12/26 – 1/6      Winter Break, School Resumes 1/9

Click here for the PTA Master Calendar List from now until the end of the school year.

Link to Official Rogers Middle School Calendar now available on PTA website here.

Join Us for the 2022 Reflections Art Program Reception

on Tuesday, December 13

from 6-7pm in the Library  

Certificates will be distributed at the event and the winner who has advanced to the next level will be announced.   Check out the finalists entered at the district level by clicking here!

It’s Rogers Movie and Dollar Taco night Thursday, December 15^th 

Bring chairs and a blanket and join your family and friends in watching a Christmas classic, Elf, on campus.  Food and drinks will be available for purchase, including popcorn and $1 tacos!

The gate opens at 5pm and the movie will begin at 5:30pm.

UPDATED:  Recent changes have been made to our Teacher’s Wish List.  We have two more weeks before the holiday break so if you would like to give a gift aligned with some of the teacher’s preferences, click here!  

Rogers is still collecting gift cards for our Giving Tree program. The Giving Tree program supports Rogers families in need at the holidays. Gift cards in any amount are appreciated! Rogers also needs nonperishable items, full or travel-size toiletries, books, shoes, shoelaces and socks to support the Rogers Rescue Mission.  Any donations are appreciated and can be turned in to the Front Office by Friday, December 16. 

Don’t forget to support Rogers PTA when you shop at Amazon and Ralphs! Here’s how:

1. Link your Amazon account to Amazon Smile. For every $1 spent, Rogers PTA receives 0.5%. AmazonSmile is the same Amazon – same products and same prices. Use this link to register your account and sttart shopping on the AmazonSmile site: https://smile.amazon.com/ch/95-6206791
2. Update your Ralphs grocery store rewards to support Rogers Middle School PTA. Click this link to find out how: Ralphs grocery store rewards card

Mustang Drive Committee Meeting: Looking for a fun way to get involved and make a difference in our Rogers community in 2023?  The Mustang Drive Committee is meeting at 8:15am on Monday, December 12 in the Multipurpose Room to start solidifying plans and get ready for the January event kick off.  We need a few extra hands to help plan this important fundraiser and fun event day for the Rogers students!

What a turnout!  Thank you to everyone for coming out to George’s Greek Cafe this week.  They were even able to provide a catered meal for our Roger’s staff!

The partnership with local restaurants truly strengthens our community.   We raised $400 in one day and our committee chairs are already working to bring more Dining for Dollars restaurants in the new year.

IMPORTANT CALENDAR DATES 2022-2023                                                               

Mon., 12/12   Mustang Drive Committee Meeting, 8:15am, Multipurpose Room
Tues., 12/13     Reflections Art Reception, 6pm
Thur.,12/15      ELF Movie Night & Dollar Tacos, 5pm – 8pm
12/15, 12/16   WRAP Drama Production, “She Kills Monsters”
Fri, 12/ 16        Ugly Sweater Spirit Day
Fri. 12/16         Last Day to contribute to Giving Tree & Rescue Mission
Tue., 12/20      Winter Orchestra Concert
Thurs., 12/22  Winter Band Concert (note: new date)
Fri., 12/23        Pajama Day and Minimum Day Schedule
12/26 – 1/6      Winter Break, School Resumes 1/9

Click here for the PTA Master Calendar List from now until the end of the school year.

Link to Official Rogers Middle School Calendar now available on PTA website here.

WELCOME BACK!  

Some new information since the break:  The PTA Directory is LIVE and is available for the purpose of providing PTA, school and school district information to you, our Rogers community.  Download this valuable resource now! 

Principal Chu sent out a Rogers Gym Dedication Survey to help assist the administration with the dedication and renaming process.   If you haven’t completed it already, it takes but a few seconds.  Click here now.

If you still need inspiration for gift giving, we are continuing to accept gift cards as part of our Giving Tree AND Rogers Rescue program now until December 16 to help Rogers families in need.  

Also if you would like to see what our Teachers’ Wish List & Preferences are, and get them something in time for the holidays, click on the link!  

Take a Break from cooking and join us for our next Dining for Dollars.  

It will be at George’s Greek Cafe on Wednesday, December 7, all day and 20% of proceeds go back to Rogers PTA.

This will be the perfect time to take our students out and find out what they did during PALI and at school these past two weeks since the break.

Reflections Arts Program Reception | 2022-23 |

You are cordially invited to the

2022 Reflections Art Program Reception

on Tuesday, December 16

from 6-7pm in the Library  

If you are unable to make it, check out our finalists entered at the district level and find out about our Reflections Reception, click here!

We thank everyone who joined PTA this year, we hit 520 members!  A big thanks to Liz Palmer, who helped us migrate to an online drive and steered us to over 95% of staff/teacher participation!

The winners of our individual Membership prizes are:-

-Mile Run Pass-
Breonna W., Grade 6
Summer R.l, Grade 7
Chelsea B., Grade 8

-Front of the line Pass- Jaiden M.
-8th Grade promotion seating and parking- Dylan S.

CONGRATULATIONS!  Families should have been notified already via email.  

IMPORTANT CALENDAR DATES 2022-2023                                                               

11/30-12/2       PALI Camp for 7th Grade
12/5-12/7         PALI Camp for 6th Grade
12/8, 12/9        WRAP Drama Production, “She Kills Monsters”
Tues., 12/13     Reflections Art Reception, 6pm
Thur.,12/15      ELF Movie Night & Dollar Tacos, 5pm – 8pm
12/15, 12/16    WRAP Drama Production, “She Kills Monsters”

Click here for the PTA Master Calendar List from now until the end of the school year.

Link to Official Rogers Middle School Calendar now available on PTA website here.

THE HOLIDAYS ARE HERE!  

We would like to wish all our Mustang families a safe and relaxing Thanksgiving break.  Remember, today is a minimum day!

We will see you when school resumes Monday, November 28!

If you are interested in getting a jump start on some gift giving, and would like to see what our Teachers Wish List & Preferences are, click on the link!  

DINING FOR DOLLARS UPDATE! 

Our Dining for Dollars from Taco Shore brought in
$260 To Rogers PTA!  What a great start!

Thank you to our hard working Dining for Dollars committee, Carol, Heike and Rickey for securing the venues and coming up with our flyers.

SAVE THE DATE for our next one at George’s Greek Cafe on Wednesday, December 7

Thank you for the continued donations of our canned food drive this week.   

We will continue to accept gift cards as part of our Giving Tree program to help our Rogers families in need.

Any amount is appreciated and gift cards can be delivered until Wednesday, December 8.

Reflections Arts Program Update | 2022-23 | Theme: “Show Your Voice!”

 A Big Thank You to all students that participated in the annual Reflections Arts Program at Rogers Middle School.  To check out our finalists entered at the district level and find out about our Reflections Reception, click here!

In this week’s association meeting, PTA members helped approve:

• BrainPop Online educational software
• Our PALI charter buses
• Student scholarships for PALI and
• A second movie night for our Mustangs

Your support and attendance are invaluable to “getting back on the saddle” and we are grateful for all our members who made time to vote.

HAVE YOU EVER FELT LIKE YOU NEEDED A MASTER CALENDAR FOR ALL THE HAPPENINGS IN OUR KIDS’ LIVES AND SCHOOL? 

Well, guess what? Principal Chu has given us the power of information here at Rogers!  Click here for the PTA Master Calendar List from now until the end of the school year.

It includes spirit days, Mustang sports events, minimum days and so much more.  Dates are subject to change so make sure to bookmark this link.  Special shoutout to our PTA President, Leeanna Izuel, who has pushed for getting this tool available to all our families!

IMPORTANT CALENDAR DATES 2022-2023                                                                 

Fri. 11/18        Minimum Day Schedule
11-21-11/25   Thanksgiving Break, No School
11-28-11/30   PALI Camp for 8th Grade
Mon. 11/29     Mustang Drive Committee, Multipurpose Room & Zoom, 8:15am
11/30-12/2     PALI Camp for 7th Grade
12/5-12/7       PALI Camp for 6th Grade

Link to Official Rogers Middle School Calendar now available on PTA website here.

ROGERS WELLNESS CENTER IS HERE!  

We are so excited to welcome Laura Thron, ASW, PPSC as the social worker for our new Wellness Center on campus.   The mission of our Wellness Center is to offer a range of resources to support students and families in meeting the challenges of adolescence through prevention, early intervention, and education in a safe and convenient place at school.  The Wellness Center will operate Mondays, Wednesdays and every other Friday before school starts and during lunch in Room 4102. (just outside the cafeteria).

Short term counseling services are available by appointment.  Click here or scan QR code.

In order to design and provide a relaxing environment where students have access to various tools to utilize at school, we need your help and donations!    We are looking for cozy furniture such as bean bags, couches, cute bins and shelving, rugs of any size, a mini fridge, microwave and moveable carts.   We also are in need of art supplies, puzzles, bar cart games and mindfulness/wellness decor.

Please click on this link today and consider making a donation (an Amazon wishlist can also be found within the Google Form).  Thank you!

OUR FIRST DINING FOR DOLLARS IS NEXT WEEK!  On November 9, 10 and 11, Taco Shore, on 5316 1/2 2nd street in Long Beach, will donate 20% of the dining dollars spent, to Rogers PTA.   Digital or printed copies of this image will be accepted.

Purchases include dine-in, take-out or catering but you must mention Rogers Middle School when placing the order.  Third party services excluded from fundraiser.

DONATIONS, SPONSORS AND VOLUNTEERS NEEDED!   Do you work at a place that has cool swag or experiences they want to donate to Rogers PTA (a 501(c)(3) organization) to help with Rogers biggest fundraiser?  If so, email fundraising@rogersmiddleschoolpta.com.  Some ideas include: items from small businesses, bakeries and retail shops, tickets to sporting events, amusement parks or entertainment venues such as the Aquarium of the Pacific or Knotts Berry Farm.

Interested in being a sponsor on the Mustang Drive t-shirts?  Corporate and family sponsorships are available here.  Limited quantities available; first come first served! Email fundraising@rogersmiddleschoolpta.com for more info.

Want to help plan the Mustang Drive? Email fundraising@rogersmiddleschoolpta.com if you’d like to join the fun!

**NEXT THURSDAY** November 10 will be the final day to fundraise AND pay the balance of your PALI Registration.

THERE IS STILL TIME TO SPONSOR A STUDENT!  If you would like to donate and help sponsor a student, please go to the main office and ask for Ms. Wheeler.

TODAY IS THE LAST DAY!  

Order your Class of 2023 shirts today either online or in the main office.

Additional order forms are available in the front office.

**FRIDAY** November 10 will be the final day to fundraise AND pay the balance of your PALI Registration.

If you would like to donate and help sponsor a student, please go to the main office and ask for Ms. Wheeler.

By now, you should have received a Google doc requesting some basic information.  Once that’s submitted, PALI will send you a CampDoc where you can fill out necessary health information prior to attending.

YEEHAW!   We have two dress-up days next week:  October 31 and November 4

RED RIBBON WEEK is around the corner!  

Check out the themed days that ASB has lined up, from Monday, October 24 through Friday, October 28, to celebrate our commitment and fight against drugs.  If your Mustang chooses not to dress in the themed attire for the day, they can come in uniform.

REGISTRATION EXTENDED for PALI…You have until Tuesday, October 25 to submit your grade-level color specific permission slip and $50 deposit.  You can pay online at the Rogers store or in person during banking hours (8:30a-12:30p).

Personal checks are NOT accepted. You can pay with cash, credit card, ApplePay or Cashier’s Check.  You may pay for the registration in its entirety by November 4.

VOLUNTEERS NEEDED!

Mustang Families, you rock!   We have all the donations earmarked for our upcoming field day, so thank you!  However, we need VIPs to help on the day of the event.

If you are a registered VIP and can help out from 1:30pm until 2:40pm on Friday, October 28, Sign up here! Thank you for your support!

Our kickoff event has changed to Thursday, November 3 and we are in full swing.   Our next Mustang Drive committee meeting is on Monday, 10/24 at 7:00pm via Zoom. 

Also, look out for details on our social media next week on how you can help us by becoming a corporate or family sponsor on our T-shirts as well as how you can be a part of our biggest fundraiser of the year!

Fall temperatures are here!  Does your Mustang need a stylish Rogers hoodie or zip-up jacket?   What about more uniform shirts or shorts for PE class?  The Rogers PTA Web Store is up and running for your shopping convenience, buy today!

IMPORTANT CALENDAR DATES 2022-2023                                                                 
10/24-10/28      Red Ribbon Week/Special Dress Days
Mon. 10/24.       Mustang Drive Committee Meeting, 7pm (Zoom)
Tues. 10/25        PALI Deposit and Permission Slips Due
Tues. 10/25       Reflections Entries Due
Wed. 10/26.      Wear Pink Wednesday
Thur. 10/27        Advanced Band/Orchestra Fall Concert, 6:30pm/7:15pm
Fri. 10/28           Last Day to Order 8th Grade T-shirt
Fri. 10/28           ASB Halloween Field Day, 1:30pm
Mon. 10/31       Costume Dress Day / Halloween
Thur. 11/3         Mustang Drive Kickoff Event
Fri. 11/4            PALI Balance Due
Fri. 11/4            Will Rogers Birthday/Western Dress
Sat. 11/5          High School of Choice Fair
11/9-11/11        Dining for Dollars, Taco Shore (2nd Street)
Link to Official Rogers Middle School Calendar now available on PTA website here.

IMAGINE what YOU can create….

It’s not too late!!!

Submit your Reflections art piece by Friday 10/21/2022 to Ms. Armstrong (Room B25103)

2022-23 Reflections Art Program Call for Entries | The theme is, “Show Your Voice!”

Get creative and let your inner artist shine. Submit an original piece of artwork to this theme. IMAGINE…using visual arts, music composition, dance choreography, film production, photography, or writing medium to EXPRESS yourself and INSPIRE others.

Refer to the Reflections Page on the PTA website for the digital packet.

See link to the official packet and rules.  2022-2023 Reflections Packet

For inspiration, visit the Reflections virtual art gallery and learn more here about prizes and scholarships.

WHAT’S NEXT?  If you haven’t had a chance to attend the information meeting, please watch the recorded Parent information session and read the slide deck here.  

Every student who would like to attend this year‘s 3 night/2 day Rogers field trip to PALI Institute must meet the following deadlines:

1) A permission slip on their grade-specific colored paper must be turned in to the office or to their science teacher by October 20. Physical copies only!

2) A deposit of $50 must be paid by October 20 to guarantee their spot. Payment must be made either in person at the office during banker’s hours (banker’s hours are 8:30 – 12:30) OR online at the Rogers Store (3% surcharge will apply on all transactions)

3) Payments can be made in person (banker’s hours are 8:30 – 12:30) or online – $150 due October 25 and balance due November 4. You can also pay the $350 in its entirety.

4) If your student wishes to fundraise through www.shopfund.com, the last day is November 4. Forty percent (40%) of all sales will go to the student account and offset the cost.  Our goal is to raise $10,000 and in order to do so, we ask you register today!   Catalogs will be here by Friday.

Personal checks are NOT accepted. You can pay with cash, credit card, ApplePay or Cashier’s Check.

MEMBERSHIP DRIVE – LAST DAYS!   Get those final memberships in to the office today or join online by tomorrow!   Pizza prize and raffle winners will be announced by next week.  Hamilton (6th grade) has a commanding lead, Chapman and Hayes are neck and neck (7th grade) and Thomas is currently ahead, with Castellanos not too far behind (8th grade), to win the pizza party.   Every membership counts, join today!  

Our next Mustang Drive committee meeting is on Monday, October 17 at 7pm via ZOOM.  To obtain the zoom link, please email Erin Monge or president@rogersmiddleschoolpta.com We still need a Mustang Drive Packet coordinator to disseminate key information to all the students & parents and committee members to help solicit prizes from local businesses.  

2022-23 Rogers Mustang Drive Committee

DONATIONS NEEDED!  In preparation of ASB’s Halloween Field Day on October 28, look out for a SignUp Genius link on our social media feeds.  We are hoping for the following donations:

• 2 bags of Cuties
• 3 whipped cream
• 3 dozen bakery or store-made cupcakes (for a Cake Walk)
• 10 bags of Halloween candy (individually wrapped) for the games

Sign up here to donate!  Please deliver any donations to the Rogers front office by 2pm on Thursday, October 27!

Fall temperatures are here!  Does your Mustang need a stylish Rogers hoodie or zip-up jacket?   What about more uniform shirts or shorts for PE class?  The Rogers PTA Web Store is up and running for your shopping convenience, buy today!

IMPORTANT CALENDAR DATES 2022-2023                                                                 
Mon. 10/17        Mustang Drive Committee Meeting, 8:15a
Thurs. 10/20      Great CA Shake Out, 10:20a
Thurs. 10/20      PALI Deposit, Permission slip and PALI enrollment form due
Fri. 10/21           Reflection Artwork Submissions are Due
Mon. 10/25        PALI 1st Payment Due
Thurs. 10/27      Advanced Band/Orchestra Fall Concert, 6:30PM/7:15PM
10/24-10/28      Red Ribbon Week
Fri. 10/28           Last Day to Order 8th Grade T-shirt
Fri. 10/28           ASB Halloween Field Day
Mon. 10/31       Costume Dress Day / Halloween
Fri. 11/4            PALI Balance Due
Special Dress Days:  Every Wednesday in October – WEAR PINK

Link to Official Rogers Middle School Calendar now available on PTA website here.